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Audiovisual systems performance verification checklist

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All audio performance tests are made from all electronic system inputs (first physical output of sour
Audio Performance
Verify that the audio outputs of a multi-channel loudspeaker system are signed correctly with regards
Verify that phantom power is provided at the correct voltage and correct locations as defined in the
Verify that loudspeaker zones are wired as defined in the project documentation.
Verify that all loudspeaker circuits have the correct impedance as defined in the project documentati
Verify that audio signal is being distributed accordingly through the system as defined in the projec
Verify that all DSP – based products have been programmed as defined in the project documentation and
Verify that any required meeting or operational change of the installed sound system(s) are in accord
Verify that the background acoustic noise levels within audiovisual spaces or within the required lim
Verify that all devices that are part of the assistive listening system have been tested as a complet
Verify calibration of permanent audio system inputs so there is minimal difference between any input
Verify that audio systems capable of performing above normal operating levels without distortion, as
Verify proper alignment, set up, and placement of microphones in the system as defined in the project
Verify calibration of microphone so there is microphone input level alignment as defined in the proje
Verify that speech reinforcement system is operating without feedback and audio levels as defined in
Verify the system with conference capability shall perform at normal operating levels in the full-dup
Verify that loudspeakers are placed and aimed as defined in the project documentation.
Verify that all loudspeaker time alignment is configured as defined in the project documentation.
Verify that all loudspeakers are tested to ensure they all have correct polarity as defined in the pr
Measure the impedance of all loudspeaker circuits and compare the results with values defined in the
Verify the loudspeaker transformer tap setting is in constant voltage systems as defined in the proje
Verify that in a conferencing audio application, the incoming audio level from the far side is checke
Verify that the total harmonic distortion of the installed audio system is less than the level define
Verify that the audio level provided by the AV system exceeds the background noise level as to find i
Verify that equalizers have been adjusted in accordance with the preferred acoustic response curves a
Verify that the electronic frequency response of the speech reinforcement system meets or exceeds tha
Verify that the electronic frequency response of the audio playback system meets Or exceeds to that w
Verify that no audible noise caused by improper installation of any equipment provided in completed s
Measure latency of the audio system, and verify that latency does not exceed requirements defined in
Verify use of audio dynamics, including but not limited to noise compensation, automatic gain control
Verify that audio system sound pressure levels and equalization is calibrated as defined in this proj
Verify reverberation time and compare to expectations defined in the project documentation.
Verify that the audio system provides speech reproduction as defined in the project documentation.
Verify the coverage of the audio system in the Listener areas meets the performance requirements as d
Verify that all audio routes are tested from endpoint to endpoint via the appropriate midpoints for o
All video performance tests are made from all electronic systems inputs (first physical output of sou
Video performance
Verify that all displayed images do not have pixel failures (bright or dead pixels) that exceed the r
Verify that the combined installation of projector and screen provides a displayed image that is corr
Verify that all display images are correctly focused have the correct image geometry and are free fro
Verify that the combined installation of projector and screen provides a display to viewer that meets
Verify that the displays are sized appropriately to the distance relative to the viewer as defined in
Verify that all video routes are tested from endpoint to endpoint via the appropriate midpoints for o
Verify calibration of all video displays to ensure the display colors uniformly to a common reference
Verify that the system should conform to the appropriate viewing category as defined in the project d
Verify that the system Displays all resolutions required by project documentation on all displays wit
Verified to EDID (Extension Display Identification Data) management plan has been implemented for the
Verify that the HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) management plan has been implemented
Inspect camera image quality through the full lens operation. Check Lens for proper operation. Check
Audio/Video performance
Verify that audio and video signals are being routed to the recording device and that the recording d
Verify that audio/video synchronization is maintained to ensure the proper time alignment of signals
Verify that the radio frequency and satellite intermediate frequency distribution systems provide all
Verify that emergency communication systems properly receive inputs and information from other system
Verify that "real-life" sources other than test generations have been tested on the completed system
Verify that the video synchronization of the system is performing as defined in the project documenta
Cable management, termination, and labeling
Verify that all cables are adequately supported throughout their links as defined in the project docu
Verify that all cable terminations are made securely and meet the recommendations of the connector an
Verify that all patch panels have been labeled as defined in the project documentation. Verify that a
Verify that all patch panels have been correctly wired and configured as defined in the project docum
Verify that all AV equipment power cables are managed as defined in the project documentation, verify
Verify that all connectors are correctly keyed, seeded, and latched to respective connection points a
Verify the cables are dressed to ensure that all rack and site cables are installed to provide servic
Verify all AV connector plate input and output labeling as defined in the project documentation.
Verify that all cables are identified by unique ID as defined in the project documentation. Verify th
Verify that AV connector plates have consistent labeling throughout the project as defined in the pro
Verify that were appropriate, cable ties are used to secure the cables and that the correct type of c
Verify that both site and rack cables have appropriate separation according to signal type and level
Verify that sufficient cabling is available so the device can be placed in a serviceable location as
Verify that cables are not bent beyond the minimum bend radius as specified in cable datasheet in ord
Verify that all cable terminations have been completed and adequately supported so as to minimize wei
Purify the cables were only bundled together when their construction, Signal type,, and signal level
Verify that all cabling is of the correct type and routed correctly from point-to-point as defined in
Control performance
Verified any required response of the installed audiovisual system in the event of life safety or sim
Verify that mobile devices that are to be supported are integrated and operating as defined in the pr
Verify that all control communications are tested from endpoint to endpoint via the appropriate midpo
Verify that the look and feel of the control system is consistent with requirements as defined in the
Verify that all macro functions executed by the control system conform to requirements as defined in
Verify that AV control system interfaces to and control systems provided by others and conforms to re
Electrical
Verify that all AV equipment is powered from the designated power circuit and outlet as defined in th
Verify that all electrical sub distribution systems provided by the AV contractor in equipment racks,
Verify that the sources of mains voltage AC power to be used for the supply of audiovisual equipment
Verify that all elements of the audiovisual system are correctly bonded to an electrical ground earth
Verify that the power sequencing of devices is correct per the project documentation.
Verify that all DC power devices are receiving the proper voltage and current for normal operation. W
Verify that the uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is performing to the specifications as defined in
Verify the A/V systems for normal operation on the resumption of power following a hard electrical po
Verify power monitoring equipment is working and reporting as defined in the project documentation. P
Information technology
Verify that the network for audio, video, and control is it suitable to apology to support the servic
Verify that any required telephony connections to the AV system are in place and connectivity is veri
Verify any connections to IP-based unified communications applications that will interface with the A
Verify that POE (Power over ethernet) devices are supplied with correct power required for device nor
Verifying document that all network connected equipment has the correct IP address, subnet mask, host
Verify that the correct and valid wireless network configuration (e.g. channel number, SSID, TX power
Verify that the required network bandwidth is available to control, audio, video, and data as part of
Verify that the required quality of service (QOS) is in place for audio, video, and data as part of e
Verify the network can provide the required operational performance to carry control, audio, video, a
Verified the shared or dedicated network is secure as defined in the project documentation and access
Verified the content delivery network is in place and provides the required connectivity, bandwidth a
Verified the audiovisual and control systems have been integrated and fully configured with headend s
Verify that the wireless network is protected in accordance with the clients information security pol
Verify that the digital enhanced cordless Telephony the (DECT)/unlicensed personal communication serv
Verify the remote access to AV and IT systems are configured as defined in the project documentation.
Verify that all systems authentication credentials are configured correctly. Any temporary credential
Verify that remote management tools such as virtual touch panels, internal web applications, or manuf
Verify that enterprise management tools such as central monitoring client/server or web-based applica
Operational
Verify that a battery management plan has been completed and supplied in the project documentation pa
Verify that any system content that will be used in initial operations has been supplied to the owner
Verify there is a plan for managing the content to be delivered by the A/V systems including the mean
Verify that all control programming code, DSP configuration files, and any other associated software
Physical environment
Verify the HVAC system has been tested and balanced prior to completing checklist item AP – 122 and A
Verify that installed backing, blocking and framing meets project documentation requirements and indu
Verify that installed floor, wall and ceiling boxes meet project documentation and regulatory authori
Verify the device enclosures are suitable to house the device intended and that all necessary environ
Verify that human factor elements for audience and system users are installed and configured as defin
Verify configuration and compatibility for structural accommodations and all mounting hardware based
Verify that the divisible spaces provide the functionality specified as defined in the project docume
Verify that the physical environment is suitable for the intended A/V systems in relation to all sour
Verify that the lighting systems are suitable for the intended video and control systems for each typ
Verify that the area is clean and dust free and suitable for equipment installation and that no furth
Verify that all elements of the AV system are free of damage.
Verify AV equipment, furniture, fixtures, and accessories against the project documentation.
Verify the HVAC system has begun continuous operations in advance of equipment operations.
Verify that all systems are accessible in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Verify that the elements, including but not limited to spatial requirements and building services req
Physical installation
Verify that installed containment/conduit capacity and routes meet project documentation requirements
Verify that AV equipment is installed at the location and/or in the rack or enclosure defined in the
Verify that all AV equipment has been labeled in accordance with the requirements of the project docu
Verify that the AV rack thermal gradient has been inspected and all equipment is operating within man
Verify that all AV equipment has been installed, aligned, or angled correctly as defined in the proje
Verify that all components installed in AV equipment racks are free from dirt, dust, water, or any ot
Verify that all optical components, such as lenses and mirrors, or free from dirt, dust, damage, or m
Verify that any equipment that may be considered "portable" and/or otherwise not specifically incorpo
Verify that installed items with user facing controls that are not intended for end-user access have
Verify that equipment in the project is secured per the project documentation. All security systems,
Verify that all elements of the AV system are free from loss, damage, or tampering.
Verify that there is uniform handling of items that may have been prepackaged with primary system equ
Serviceability
Verify that all input and output panels are accessible and meet all requirements for user access and
All equipment shall be accessible and capable of being maintained, serviced, cleaned, or adjusted as
Verify rack placement and use for physical stability in accordance with the project documentation and
Verify any panels that have been installed to provide access to any type of AV equipment or properly
Wireless
Verify that the environment is suitable for the required wireless services (RF and IR) to provide aud
Verify that the operation of wireless audio systems (RF and IR) is as defined in the project document
Verify that the operation of wireless video systems (RF and IR) is as defined in the project document
Verify that the operation of wireless control systems (RF and IR) is as defined in the project docume
Documentation
Verify the complete set of accurate as built drawings indicating all AV devices, AV device locations,
Verify that any integrators testing requirements have been performed and approved as defined in the p
Verify that any third-party testing requirements have been performed and approved as defined in the p
Verify that a final acceptance of the project has been issued by the owner or owners representative,
Verify that a conditional acceptance of the project has been issued by the owner or owners representa
Verified all equipment is in shop or on site as defined in the project documentation. List all equipm
Verify that any owners testing requirements defined in the project documentation have been performed
Verify that any Manufacturers testing requirements defined in the project documentation have been per
Verify that any General contractors testing requirements defined in the project documentation have be
Verify that any Consultants testing requirements defined in the project documentation have been perfo
Verify that the usage and ownership rights have been assigned as defined in the project documentation
Verify that the correct and valid wireless frequency licensing permits have been obtained to ensure l
Verify that the video system test report has been completed and issued to the proper entity as define
Verify that the Audio system test report has been completed and issued to the proper entity as define
Verify that the Control system test report has been completed and issued to the proper entity as defi
Verify that samples of all equipment to be used as defined in the project documentation have been sub
Where samples of products have been required for approval, verify that the products that are delivere
Verify that manufacturer's users manuals are delivered to the owner in a format defined in the projec
Verify that the manufacturer's product warranty cards are provided to the owner. The owner shall be n
Verify that the final commissioning report has been completed, issued to the proper entity, and accep
Verify that a complete set of as built system documentation has been provided as defined in the proje